Ex-Soldier to Scale Scafell Pike for Charity to Help Get Dream Job

After twenty three years service in one job, most people would be thinking it’s their last job and to start thinking about the enjoyment of retirement.

Not so for a huge number service personnel.

Many ex-forces in their thirties and forties now have to think about a change in career and that is a huge step and can be difficult to think about what exactly they are going to do.

One ex-serviceman knows exactly what he wants to do…the only thing is, he can’t find anyone to employ him despite his impeccable experience and credentials.

Cpl Randall-Eyre left the Army a few weeks ago, after serving 23 years as a recovery mechanic including service in Iraq, Saudi Arabia, Kuwait, Bosnia & Kosovo.

It’s tough for someone who had served for so long to adjust to civvy street and they all try exceedingly hard. However, prior to his departure from the Army, Cpl Randall-Eyre had decided what career he wanted and took it upon himself to take a course in advanced driving to become an executive chauffeur, but like so many others not getting much response to your efforts it can be disheartening

So, with the lack of response of his attempt to gain new employment, Bear Randall-Eyre has taken a new angle to help get his dream job…to scale Scafell Pike for charity and to wit made this announcement through his twitter feed.

He has taken the decision to do this as he feels he has to exploit all avenues to help him reach his goal. Bear is a huge supporter of charity and has chosen to take on this feat despite carrying a knee injury which has plagued him for the last few years. Completing such a challenge could leave him with further permanent damage.

Not only is Mr Randall-Eyre the height of discretion, security cleared and knows his way around, if you get my drift, he is also an incredibly selfless man, who will put the needs of others first. An example of which, he raised awareness on twitter and in turn, enough funds to buy a mobility scooter for one of his twitter followers last year.

So if you know of anyone in the East Midlands area that may be looking for a chauffeur that is an extremely loyal, reliable, flexible and conscientious individual then Bear Randell-Eyre is your man.

I think that given his determination plus his innovative and selfless way to bag a job, Bear Randell-Eyre deserves an opportunity.

You can check out his credentials or contact him via LinkedIn and you can also follow him on Twitter.

Good luck to Bear and all those leaving service in their new careers.

Lorna Ward – SKY News | Social Media in Conflict Zones

David Bailey of Social Media for the Military speaks to Lorna Ward of SKY News about social media and the recent conflict in Libya.

A great insight into the importance that SKY News gives to social media platforms and the way it’s journalists incorporate it and use it on the ground.

 David Bailey has 13 years of current operational experience in military Influence Activity (Bosnia/Kosovo/Afghanistan)

“FIX BAYONETS” by Rob Murphy

A brilliant post by my good friend Rob Murphy.

Rob Murphy is a  British soldier and consummate professional, as well as serving he is currently a Consultant to Kudos Productions on military matters including humour, equipment, training , weapons, scenario’s, language and procedure.

Here’s a teaser for you. Rob is an an incredibly engaging writer that takes you on a journey with him.

Ground warfare is hard enough, but to hear an order to fix bayonets can mean only one thing……..

This short story leads you through the rollercoaster of emotions and puts you in the place of a soldier who hears the command fix bayonets during a fierce firefight .
There are several ways to engage an enemy, however fixing bayonets is the last resort.
Please imagine you are are there when reading , immerse yourself , if just for a while , remember you have the option to stop, in reality the order to fix bayonets means there is NO stopping……..
To read the rest of the post click here I recommend you do.
You can follow Rob on twitter too at @BForcesnetwork

KartForce | Karting for Injured Troops

KartForce – Karting for Injured Troops

A truly inspirational project with a goal of providing injured troops with memorable, adrenalin packed experiences. Unlike other similar events, which have a primary aim of raising funds, KartForce focuses on providing the injured troops themselves with the opportunity of enjoying action packed experiences of racing and socialising, something they never thought they could do again.

KartForce have just competed in their very first team race at Teamworks Karting in Reading on 24th January. They have two more events coming up in the next couple of weeks, Peterborough on Wednesday 1st February and Birmingham on Tuesday 7th February.

KartForce use specially adapted hand controls to enable them to compete on a level playing field.

Below is a video of Cpl Andy Reid, who is a triple amputee, using one of the adapted karts

KartForce is endeavouring to raise money to buy some pro karts so that the lads can start to compete at kart race meetings.

To find out more visit their website www.KartForce.org

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